Origin
Oyster Bay, NY
Evening in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
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1h 47m
Distance
72.6 mi
117 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oyster Bay, NY
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Bridgehampton, NY
Julian Bracero
Traveling from Oyster Bay to Bridgehampton covers 72.6 miles, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 47 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $12 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate across Long Island. The route connects two distinct corners of the Northeast, transitioning from the North Shore toward the East End. It is a straightforward drive that balances efficiency with the realities of regional traffic, so plan accordingly to ensure a smooth transition between these two New York locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.3 miles from Oyster Bay, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
This trip features a mixed drive profile, with 53% of the journey spent on highways. You will start by navigating your way to the Long Island Expressway, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 37.1 miles. As you progress, the road environment shifts significantly, moving from high-speed expressway travel onto the Sunrise Highway and eventually transitioning to County Road 39. Expect a mix of fast-paced highway driving followed by the slower, more localized pace required as you approach your destination. The transition between these road types defines the character of the trip, requiring you to stay alert as the infrastructure changes from major arteries to smaller regional routes.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near NY 106 / South Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 72.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (NY 106 / South Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp left onto NY 106 / South Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 495 East: Riverhead
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 111: Manorville, Eastport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Oyster Bay, NY and Bridgehampton, NY, road signs point toward Cr 111: Manorville and Eastport.
Cr 111: Manorville
Eastport
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 37.1 mi | 50m |
| Sunrise Highway | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| County Road 39 | 5.5 mi | 11m |
| Montauk Highway | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| Captain Daniel Roe Highway | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Split Rock Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Jackson Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Sugar Toms Lane | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Oyster Bay, NY and Bridgehampton, NY.
Start on Berry Hill Road
Turn sharp left onto NY 106
Continue on NY 106
Turn left onto Sugar Toms Lane
Continue on Split Rock Road
Turn slight right onto Berry Hill Road
Turn straight onto Jackson Avenue
Turn left onto NY 25
Take the ramp
Merge onto NY 135
Take the exit
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Turn right onto CR 111
Take the exit
Merge onto NY 27
Continue on NY 27; CR 39
Turn left onto Montauk Highway
Turn left onto CR 79
Arrive at destination
Since this is a 1-hour and 47-minute drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. Given that there are zero designated stops in the plan, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before departing, especially since the $12 fuel estimate is based on a direct, non-stop run. Keep a close eye on your GPS when moving from the Long Island Expressway onto the Sunrise Highway and County Road 39, as these transitions are the most critical parts of your navigation. If you are prone to fatigue, take advantage of the short duration to maintain steady focus throughout the entire 72.6-mile stretch. Aim to depart outside of peak hours to minimize the impact of regional traffic on your travel time.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 72.6 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.3 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgehampton, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Oyster Bay, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oyster Bay, NY
This is one driving day of about 72.6 miles and 1h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.3 mi from Oyster Bay, NY · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 72.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 36.3 miles from Oyster Bay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bridgehampton, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bridgehampton, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.82 one way
$23.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $12.81 | $25.62 |
| premium | $4.88 | $13.96 | $27.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.13 | $32.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.35 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.16 | $4.65 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Bridgehampton on Sunday
Local time
6:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
36 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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